Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN

NovaCare Rehabilitation; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free continuing education CEUs

Career growth opportunities

401(k) matching after 1,000 hours

Job summary

A rehabilitation company in Pittsburgh is seeking a PRN Physical Therapist Assistant to join their outpatient orthopedic team. Ideal for candidates with outpatient experience, this role emphasizes work-life balance and provides an opportunity to enhance patient care. Responsibilities include providing care under a licensed therapist's direction and implementing quality services. Joining offers access to free CEUs, career growth, and a supportive professional network, all within a dynamic working environment.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA).
• Current CPR certification.
• National PTA examination passed.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under direction of licensed physical therapist.
• Implement high-quality physical therapy services.
• Maintain positive interactions with patients and staff.

Skills

Outpatient experience

Communication skills

Patient care

Education

Graduation from an accredited PTA program

Job description

Position

Physical Therapist Assistant - Outpatient

Location

5100 Liberty Avenue Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15224

Schedule

Per Diem, Monday, Wednesday 1pm-7pm, Friday 7:30am-12:30pm

Compensation

Hourly, starting at $20.00/Hr and up, commensurate with experience

About the Role

NovaCare Rehabilitation is seeking a PRN Physical Therapist Assistant to join our outpatient orthopedic team. This role is perfect for a licensed PTA with outpatient experience who values work‑life balance. We’ll pair our coverage needs with your availability to create a schedule that works for you.

Unique Location/Job Details

We see a diverse orthopedic patient mix as well as neuro and industrial. Per Diem therapists are eligible for our Continuing Education Program which offers over 300 APTA accredited courses free to you each year.

Why Work With Us?

At NovaCare Rehabilitation, we take pride in creating an exceptional patient experience and helping our patients get back to athletics, work, life, and the things they love.

PRN Perks

• Continuing Education: Free in‑person and online CEUs to keep learning
• Career Growth: Access to a nationwide, professional support network
• 401(k): Company matching 401(k) after 1,000 hours in a calendar year
• Diversity: Work with a variety of team sizes, patient populations, and specialties
• Responsible for patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist as mandated by State Practice Act.
• Implement, with minimal supervision, high quality physical therapy services for patients, caregivers and facilities in accordance with the principals and practices of physical therapy and with Select Medical policies and procedures
• Maintain positive level of interaction with centers and patients, and enhance and expand client relations with centers and their staff.
• College graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program
• Passed a national examination for PTAs certified by the CAPTE
• Valid state physical therapist assistant (PTA) license (or license in process)
• CPR certification